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Broadband in MK40 4UB

Biddenham, Bedford

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 4 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 4 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK40 4UB

What broadband is like here

MK40 4UB sits in Biddenham, Bedford. Whether you're moving in or checking your options, here's the full picture of broadband and local living.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Great news — nearly homes at MK40 4UB can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 98.8%.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at MK40 4UB is £332,887, based on 20 recorded sales. This is roughly in line with UK averages.
  • The nearest school to MK40 4UB is St James' CofE Academy (Primary), 0.53 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 35 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at MK40 4UB is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at MK40 4UB is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)99%
99%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)99%
99%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)99%
99%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
TBC
Gigabit99%
99%
TBC

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.7%

5G Outdoor

98.9%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

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Area suitability scores

MK40 4UB

Remote Worker

35

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

70

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

60

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

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House prices

Average price

£332,887

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

Most recent sale

£367,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£367,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£345,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£375,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£372,500DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£370,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£171,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£454,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£189,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£380,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT
£375,000DRAGONFLY CRESCENT

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 35

violent crime43%15
anti social behaviour23%8
burglary6%2
shoplifting6%2
public order6%2
drugs3%1
robbery3%1
vehicle crime3%1
criminal damage arson3%1
possession of weapons3%1
theft from the person3%1

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
St James' CofE AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Great Ouse Primary AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
Biddenham International School and Sports CollegeSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Westfield Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.9 mi
St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School and NurseryPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.0 mi
Queen's Park AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.0 mi
Great Denham Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.0 mi
Bedford Modern SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆1.1 mi
Bromham CofE Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.2 mi
Edith Cavell Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.2 mi

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Flood risk

Zone 1

🟢

Very low flood risk

This postcode has no recorded flood risk from rivers or sea according to Environment Agency data.

Flood Zone

Zone 1

Risk Level

Very Low

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

EPC energy ratings

Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area

B

Most common: Band B

EPC score 81–91

A
0%
B
82%
C
0%
D
0%
E
0%
F
0%
G
0%
EPC Open Data Communities API

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bedford

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Bedford

A
7%£1,381
B
18%£1,611
C
28%£1,841
D
24%£2,071
E
13%£2,531
F
6%£2,991
G
3%£3,452
H
1%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for Bedford, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Bedford

1.3 mi

by road

🚂

Bedford St Johns

2.0 mi

by road

🚂

Kempston Hardwick

3.7 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

BMI THE MANOR HOSPITAL

MK40 4AW·0.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

QUEENS PARK HEALTH CENTRE

MK40 4HR·1.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

CARITAS MEDICAL PCN

MK40 4HR·1.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

LINDEN ROAD SURGERY

MK40 2DQ·1.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

THE VILLAGE PHARMACY

MK40 4GH·1.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.7 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)2.1 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

InstaVolt

Type 2

0.7 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

0.8 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

0.8 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

0.8 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

0.8 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017460

Overall IMD Decile

9 / 10

Least deprived

Ranked

29,488

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 008B (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income1030,617Least deprived
Employment1031,201Least deprived
Education101Least deprived
Health9-1Least deprived
Crime6N/AAverage
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 008B

Population

2,360

Census 2021

Density

528

per km² · Urban

Median Age

38

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Area info

Parish

Biddenham

District

Bedford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01017460

Frequently asked questions about MK40 4UB

What are the broadband speeds available at MK40 4UB?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 98.8% of premises at MK40 4UB. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 98.8%.

What is the average house price at MK40 4UB?

Based on 20 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK40 4UB is £332,887.

What schools are near MK40 4UB?

The nearest school is St James' CofE Academy (Primary), 0.53 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK40 4UB a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 35 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.

What is the flood risk at MK40 4UB?

MK40 4UB has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK40 4UB?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 98.8% of premises at MK40 4UB. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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